KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 17): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that his government sometimes needs to adopt a firm approach to safeguard the interests of Malaysia's multi-racial communities. He stressed that such measures are crucial because no nation can thrive if its people are in conflict and lack the spirit of tolerance needed to [...] The post Madani govt firm in ensuring interests of all races, says Anwar appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

DHAKA (Feb 17): Bangladesh's prime minister-to-be Tarique Rahman and lawmakers were sworn into parliament on Tuesday, becoming the first elected representatives since a deadly 2024 uprising. Rahman is set to take over from an interim government that has steered the country of 170 million people for 18 months since the autocratic government of Sheikh Hasina [...] The post Bangladesh PM-to-be Tarique Rahman, lawmakers sworn into parliament appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Feb 17): Police have arrested five men, aged between 24 and 83, for allegedly participating in cockfighting at an open area in Sungai Apong here on Sunday. Kuching district police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said the suspects were apprehended during a raid at 4.14pm. "Several individuals managed to escape to a nearby forest [...] The post Five men arrested for alleged cockfighting in Kuching appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SARATOK (Feb 17): Police have detained a 41-year-old local man for allegedly possession of 8.8 grammes of suspected methamphetamine during a patrol along Jalan Simpang Paip here on Sunday. Saratok police chief Mathew Manggie said the man was arrested around 6pm during a routine crime prevention patrol in the area. "The mobile patrol unit spotted [...] The post Saratok police detain man for suspected drug possession during routine patrol appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUALA LUMPUR (Feb 17): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim believes that the Chinese New Year, celebrated with various races, accentuates the spirit of unity among Malaysians. He said that his presence at the MCA-organised Chinese New Year Celebration at Wisma MCA here today is to join in celebrating what he described as a festivity [...] The post Chinese New Year celebration showcases unity of Malaysians, says Anwar appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUANTAN (Feb 17): A family of five were found dead, believed to have been murdered in a house in Lorong Cherating Damai, Kuantan this morning. Kuantan police chief ACP Ashari Abu Samah confirmed the incident, which is believed to have occurred at about 7am today. A Bernama inspection at the scene found forensic personnel conducting [...] The post Family of five found dead in Kuantan house in suspected murder appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Feb 17): Religious observances marked a significant start to the Chinese New Year in Sarawak, as devotees thronged the Kuching Buddhist Society temple. According to the society's chairman, Kho Kak Hee, devotees light candles bearing their names along with those of their families as a gesture to offer prayers for prosperity. "There are lotus-shaped [...] The post Candle lighting, lion dance usher in Chinese New Year at Kuching Buddhist Society temple appeared first on Borneo ..

KUCHING (Feb 17): Lion dance, a widely recognised traditional performance art associated with the Chinese community, fosters unity across ethnic groups in Sarawak. In the state, it is common to see performers from non-Chinese communities taking part in lion dance troupes. During a first-day Chinese New Year visit to the Kuching Buddhist Society (KBS) this [...] The post Lion Dance brings Sarawak youth across ethnicities together appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Feb 17): Sarawak is exploring the use of the Design-Build-Operate- Transfer (DBOT) method in the padi industry to boost rice production in the state, said State Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development (M-FICORD) Minister Dato Sri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom. He said the ministry is proposing the approach, which could help develop idle land and [...] The post Sarawak explores DBOT model to boost rice production appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Feb 17): After more than 20 years of remaining idle and underutilised, the long-designated park at Apollo Road here is finally being revived following redevelopment works initiated last year. Sarawak Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Michael Tiang said the site, although set aside as a neighbourhood park more than two [...] The post Sibus Apollo Road park revived after 20 years of neglect appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Feb 17): Sarawak's unity in diversity must continue to be safeguarded to ensure lasting stability and progress, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan. In his Chinese New Year message, Awang Tengah said the state's multi-racial and multi-religious harmony is deeply cherished by all Sarawakians. "Sarawak's greatest strength lies in its unity [...] The post Sarawaks strength lies in unity in diversity, Deputy Premier says in CNY message appeared ..

KOTA KINABALU (Feb 17): Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) continued its Chinese New Year outreach with a festive walkabout in the city led by its information chief Datuk Joniston Bangkuai and Deputy President Datuk Seri Dr Yee Moh Chai. The delegation visited Lido Market and the Sunday Fair at Gaya Street, where they greeted shoppers, traders [...] The post PBS continues CNY outreach with walkabout in Kota Kinabalu appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Feb 17): Police are actively investigating a shooting incident at a bank premises along Jalan Lanang here on Sunday to identify the suspects and determine the motive. Sibu police chief ACP Zulkipli Suhaili said they received a report from a man who informed them that the bank's glass door had shattered, believed to have [...] The post Sibu bank shooting: Witnesses identify motorcycle duo, bullet casing and live round recovered appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Feb 16): A 41-year-old man was killed after the pickup truck he was driving crashed into a stationary trailer frame along Jalan Ulu Lanang here at about 1.59am today. Sibu police chief ACP Zulkipli Suhaili said initial investigations found that the victim was travelling from the town centre towards Lorong Then Kung Shuk 2 [...] The post Man dies after pickup collides with stationary trailer frame in Sibu appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Feb 16): The Chinese New Year celebration in Sarawak symbolises unity and togetherness among its people, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. The State Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government said the state's open house tradition reflects the unique harmony enjoyed by people of all races and religions, as [...] The post Dr Sim: CNY celebration in Sarawak a symbol of unity, togetherness appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Feb 16): The Chinese community has long been an integral pillar of Sarawak's economic, social and cultural development, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. In his Chinese New Year message, Uggah said the community's contributions in business, education and community leadership continue to strengthen Sarawak's resilience and progress. "In Sarawak, this festive [...] The post Deputy Premier: Chinese community key pillar of Sarawaks progress ..

KUCHING (Feb 16): The Roman Catholic Archbishop of Kuching, Dato Dr Simon Poh has called on communities in Sarawak to embrace unity, charity and compassion in conjunction with the upcoming celebrations of Chinese New Year, Lent and Ramadan. He described this year's festive season as especially meaningful, as the observances of the three major religious [...] The post Archbishop Poh calls for unity as CNY, Lent and Ramadan converge appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

TUARAN (Feb 16): Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor has called for stricter enforcement and tighter border controls following what police described as the largest drug bust in the state's history. Insisting Sabah "will not allow" itself to become a transit hub for international narcotics syndicates, Hajiji said decisive and coordinated action must continue to [...] The post Sabah will not allow itself to be drug transit hub, says Hajiji appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

PAPAR (Feb 16): Speculation that Bersatu Sabah liaison chaiman Datuk Seri Dr Ronald Kiandee will be joining Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is premature and remains unverified, said Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali. Armizan, who is GRS deputy secretary-general, said while he read a report circulating online about the potential move, it was "still too early" to [...] The post Still too early to comment on Ronald-to-GRS rumours, says Armizan appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (Feb 16): One of the two Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency's (MMEA) Multi-Purpose Mission Ships (MPMS) expected to be completed by the end of this year will be stationed in Sarawak waters to further strengthen maritime security. Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah said the other MPMS would be deployed at another [...] The post Deputy Minister: One new MMEA ship to be stationed in Sarawak appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Feb 16): The Chinese community in Sarawak has long played an important role in the state's development, especially in the fields of economy and entrepreneurship, said Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar. The Sarawak Governor said the community has been the backbone of many key sectors, including trade, agriculture, commercial farming, modern [...] The post TYT lauds Sarawaks Chinese community as backbone of key sectors appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Feb 16): A total of 40 angpows (red packets) and bags of rice were distributed to the needy during a Chinese New Year outreach programme at Jalan Nanas here yesterday. Deputy Minister of Utility (Sarawak Energy and Petros) Datuk Ibrahim Baki handed out the aid to the recipients. "This initiative is aimed at easing [...] The post 40 angpows, rice bags handed out to needy in outreach programme appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (Feb 16): Persatuan Kebajikan Transformasi Sukarelawan Miri, Persatuan Belia Miri and Persatuan Maju Ke Hadapan Kuching have jointly organised an aid distribution programme benefitting 200 Chinese families ahead of the Chinese New Year celebration. The programme was held at the Some Shak Lung Kung Temple here yesterday, where recipients received essential food items including [...] The post Bumiputera organisations extend festive aid to 200 Chinese families appeared first on Borneo Post ..

MIRI (Feb 16): Sarawak Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts I Datuk Sebastian Ting has invited members of the public to attend his Chinese New Year (CNY) open house on Saturday, Feb 21, from 5pm to 9pm at the Miri Civic Centre. Ting, who is also the Piasau assemblyman, said this year's [...] The post Tings fifth-day CNY open house to strengthen interfaith unity appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Feb 16): Sabah should take structured steps to fully harness its potential as a premier destination for camping and outdoor activities, said Datuk Joniston Bangkuai. The Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister called on the Sabah Camping and Caravanning Association to spearhead the effort by leveraging its membership in the World Camping Federation, [...] The post Sabah must harness potential as premier camping, outdoor destination appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BEIJING (Feb 16): In a few days, the Spring Festival will bathe cities and villages in the warm glow of red lanterns. Across China, hundreds of millions will gather at home to mark the traditional new year with rituals that stretch back centuries. Across airports and border points, the sound of rolling suitcases has become [...] The post "A very Chinese time," and why it resonates globally appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BEIJING (Feb 16): For most Chinese people, especially children, the Spring Festival, China's most important holiday, is a season steeped in tradition, when families reunite at home and mark the Chinese New Year by observing customs passed down through generations. It has always been one of the most eagerly anticipated and joyful events of the [...] The post China's youth reinvent Chinese New Year traditions appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

RISING strength in the Malaysian ringgit, which has pushed the United States dollar below RM4 for the first time in several decades, marks an important moment for Malaysia. Currency appreciation often signals confidence in a country's economic direction, yet the effects extend well beyond the world of finance. A stronger ringgit shapes the daily experience [...] The post Stronger ringgit and its impact on Malaysia and Sabah appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

ON a typical morning in Sabah, families walk through tamu markets buying fresh products, cooked food, and household goods. Some stalls sell meat, some sell vegetables, others sell drinks or small livestock. Children sip beverages while eating freshly cut fruits or other readily available snacks. These are ordinary, familiar scenes, but they also remind us [...] The post Nipah virus in the headlines again: What Sabah needs to know appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

IN my previous two articles, we learned that personal productivity is the foundation of team and organizational productivity. To be productive, we need to have effective individuals who work together to achieve the goals of the organization. Personal productivity determines the success or failure of the organization. Last week, we looked at some of the [...] The post To be productive you need good time management skills appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

IF you grew up in a Chinese household, the Chinese Zodiac probably arrived in your life long before you understood economics, politics or even algebra. It came disguised as casual remarks at the dining table. "Ah Snake year. Very clever one, this boy." "Horse? Wah this one cannot sit still." "Fire element? Strong temper. Be [...] The post When the zodiac changes shift in 2026 appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Feb 15): Sarawak supports the Ministry of Education's (MoE) move to recruit 20,000 Education Service Officers (PPP) at Grade DG9 this year, said state Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Dato Sri Roland Sagah Wee Inn. Sagah said this is especially since Sarawak continues to face teacher shortages, despite the placement of 3,237 teachers [...] The post Sarawak backs move to recruit 20,000 Grade DG9 education service officers Sagah appeared first on Borneo Post ..

SIBU (Feb 15): A total of 26 shuttlers have been selected from the Sibu Badminton Association's junior tournament to represent this division at the state age-group competition, to be staged in Kuching next month. The two-day tournament, which took place at the Catholic High School here, registered a total of 134 players. Sibu Badminton Association [...] The post 26 junior shuttlers out to represent Sibu in upcoming state-level meet in Kuching appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Feb 15): Bintulu FA lifted the Sarawak Premier Cup, after defeating Samarahan FA 3-1 in a gripping final at Stadium Negeri here on Sunday. The triumph not only earned Anai Igang's side RM50,000 in prize money and the prestigious trophy, but also the honour of being the inaugural champions of Sarawak's newest football competition. [...] The post Bintulu claim inaugural Swak Premier Cup title (Video) appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Feb 15): Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor is calling on the Chinese community in the state to be a strategic development partner to build a progressive Sabah. In his Lunar New Year message, Hajiji urged the community to be a partner in progress and to continue strengthening cooperation with the government [...] The post Sabah CM: Chinese community govts strategic partner in developing Sabah appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SANDAKAN (Feb 15): Concerns are mounting over whether Sabah's latest push into solar energy will be sufficient to resolve the state's long-standing electricity supply shortages. Tanjong Papat assemblyman Alex Thien said the issue remains particularly pressing along Sabah's East Coast, where recurring generation shortfalls continue to trigger supply disruptions. While welcoming the shift towards cleaner [...] The post Solar push alone insufficient to fix Sabahs power woes, says ..

KENINGAU (Feb 15): Education cannot be delayed or compromised, a message strongly highlighted at the 44th annual general meeting of the parent-teacher association (PTA) of SK Bunga Raya. The meeting, held at Dewan Kampung Tonobon Baru on Thursday, provided a platform to present the PTA's activity and financial reports, and to coordinate the school's strategic [...] The post Education must not be compromised, Keningau PTA meeting stresses appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

MIRI (Feb 15): Junior Chamber International (JCI) Malaysia Area Sarawak paid a courtesy call on Miri mayor Adam Yii to strengthen collaboration with the Miri City Council. During the visit, the delegation led by JCI Malaysia Area Sarawak chairman Siew Young Ming extended their congratulations to Yii on attaining JCI Senatorship and also shared their [...] The post JCI Malaysia Area Sarawak pays courtesy call on Miri mayor appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Feb 15): The Sabah Ministry of Industrial Development, Entrepreneurship and Transport (MINDET) will develop a financing access support ecosystem to assist small and medium enterprises (SMEs) operating in the state's industrial parks. Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick said his ministry is formulating initiatives to ease financing for SMEs planning to operate at Kota Kinabalu [...] The post Sabah to boost SME financing, transport, industrial Infrastructure, says minister appeared ..

SIBU (Feb 15): Around 40 students from the Methodist School of Theology, together with members of Wanita Hikmah Ranting Bintangor, paid a goodwill visit to Al-Qadim Mosque here on Saturday, aimed at promoting interfaith understanding and harmony. In a Facebook post, the mosque shared details of the visit, noting that the programme provided an opportunity [...] The post Sibu Methodist theology students visit Al-Qadim Mosque to promote interfaith understanding appeared first on Borneo Post Online ..